How to Become a Notary Public in Iowa
- Complete the Online Iowa Notary Training Course (not required)
- Complete an application for appointment as a notary public on a form prescribed by the secretary of state. https://sos.iowa.gov/business/pdf/applicant.pdf
- Remit the sum of thirty dollars to the secretary of state. However, persons appointed as notaries public under section 9E.3, subsection 2, are not subject to the fee imposed by this subsection. (Government employee notaries)
- When the secretary of state determines that the requirements of this section are satisfied, the secretary shall execute and deliver a certificate of commission to the person appointed.
Iowa Notary Supplies
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2018 ID Checking Guide, U.S. & Canada Edition
2018 ID Checking Guide, U.S. & Canada Edition
Driver's license and I.D. checking guide. A notary public should own a copy of the I.D. Checking Guide to use when verifying in- and out-of-state identification.$32.95$16.95 - You've just added this product to the cart:
Iowa Notary Errors and Omissions Insurance
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$13.00 – $372.00Please select your desired term and coverage amount. For Iowa notary applicants or new Delaware notaries, we recommend selecting the full 3-year term for coverage as long as you hold the current notary commission.
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MOJO: Modern Journal of Notarial Events
Select optionsQuick ViewMOJO: Modern Journal of Notarial Events
$15.95 – $18.95Keeping a notary journal is required by law in 16 states and strongly recommended in the rest.
A journal is an important chronicle of your notarial actions and can help protect you in the event of future legal proceedings. The Modern Journal meets all state requirements and contains room for nearly 500 entries, with multiple notarizations per entry. Other features include:
- 128 numbered heavy-weight pages
- tamper-proof binding and sewn construction
- time-saving checkboxes
- complete instructionsEvery attempt has been made to strike the perfect balance between quality and economy - we hope you'll agree.
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Classic Journal of Notarial Events
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Iowa Notary Online Course
$49.95- State-Specific Notary Laws and Information
- 2.5 Hours+ of Streaming On-Demand Video Instruction
- 12 Months of Unlimited Access
- Immediate access to Proof of Completion Certificate (PDF)
- Course forums to receive updates, ask questions and interact with other students
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Loan Signing Agent Certification Course
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Iowa Notary Stamp
$17.00 – $28.95Choose your desired Iowa notary stamp type below. Start by choosing the stamp type, then stamp color, then ink color. Not all notary stamps offer all options.
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Iowa Notary Embosser
Choose your desired Iowa notary embosser type and color below. Start by choosing the embosser type, then embosser color. Not all notary embossers offer all color options.$24.95 – $32.00Select optionsQuick View
Iowa Notary Requirements
Commission Term: 3 years (Resident), 1 year (Non-resident)
Minimum Age: 18 years old
Residency: Resident or employee from bordering state
Stamp/Seal: Required
Journal: Recommended
Application Fee: $30
Eligibility: No felony convictions
Other: Be able to read and write English
Address:
Lucas Building, 1st Floor
321 E. 12th St.
Des Moines, IA 50319
Phone: (515) 281-5204
Email: sos@sos.iowa.gov
Important Iowa Notary Links
Iowa State WebsiteIowa Notary Application
Iowa Apostilles
Iowa Notary Name Change
Iowa Notary Address Change
Iowa Notary Database
Iowa Notary Handbook
